February 15, 2022

Design Detail: Tokyo Disneyland's Enchanted Tale of Beauty and the Beast

With rare exceptions, Tokyo Disney Resort's two theme park provide some of the most detailed theming to be found in Disney's parks. With the original Beauty and the Beast film being so loved, it was not surprising that the Imagineers would be hired by the Oriental Land Company to create the ultimate attraction for the property. In contrast to the poorly executed forced perspective mini-castle in Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom, Tokyo Disneyland received a full blown Beast's castle when it cam estimes to expand their Fantasyland. And it is an "E Ticket" attraction with real Audio-Animatronic characters, not just a high priced restaurant. (Is Be Our Guest worth the price? Check out our Dine or Ditch review here and decide for yourself.)

This sign is a small detail that exudes charm and elegance. Are you curious? Do you want to see more? Here is how Disney does Beauty and the Beast in Japan. 

(Photograph copyright The Walt Disney Company)


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